The Italy Star – campaign medal awarded to all British and Commonwealth combatants who fought in the Italy theatre of operations (distinguished by ribbon in the colours of the Italian flag).Ĥ. The ribbon is distinguished by the “Sahara” sand colour).ģ. The Africa Star – campaign medal awarded to all British and Commonwealth personnel who fought in African theatre of operations. The ribbon shows arms of service – Navy (dark blue), Army (red) and Air Force (light blue).Ģ. The 1939 – 1945 Star – campaign medal awarded to all British and Commonwealth personnel who fought in any theatre of operations during WW2. These are in the correct order of precedence and from left to right they are:ġ. This is the standard set received by many South Africans who fought in both the North/East African theatre of operations and the Italian campaign. Understanding your Grandfather’s (or Fathers’) World War 2 medals.
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